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Safeguarding human rights
Human rights, like freedom of association, freedom from slavery and torture or the right to education, are universal. Every human being is entitled to them. They are recognised in the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights, which has been adopted by nearly every country in the world. We believe companies can and should play a constructive role in promoting human rights and have made support for human rights part of our Business Principles.
Dealing with specific human rights issues
Tackling the most pressing human rights issues at our operations.
Training, tools and guidelines
Raising awareness and building skills across Shell and with our partners, contractors and suppliers.
Supporting international initiatives
Lending our support to international declarations and conventions.
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Tackling the business of human rights
Professor John Ruggie, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, talks about how companies should address human rights.